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      Saudi Arabia reforms shorthand gif
      SPECIAL REPORTThe new face of Saudi Arabia: How Vision 2030 is changing lives

      Eight years since Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman launched the ambitious development plan, ushering in sweeping reforms, citizens welcome progress made, but say there's still ‘a long way to go’

      GulfMay 03, 2024
      The Nadbah was once a war cry for tribes in the Northern Emirates and has evolved into a key part of ceremonies in parts of the UAE. Jaime Puebla / The National
      Play9:31:44
      Echoes of Nadbah: How a war cry evolved in the Northern Emirates

      From a battle cry to a celebratory performance, the Nadbah now plays a key part in ceremonies

      UAEMarch 23, 2024
      The Rashid Centre sets out to teach people of determination a sense of independence. Photo: Rana Afifi
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      Rashid Centre nurtures independence for people of determination

      Workshops at the complex educate by creating an inclusive environment

      UAEMarch 22, 2024
      First Ramadan Morning Prayer at the The Al Farooq Omar Bin Al Khattab Mosque located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The mosque is named after Umar bin Al Khattab, a companion of The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) who became the second Caliph after Abu Bakr and was given the title Al Farooq, meaning someone who distinguished truth from falsehood. Antonie Robertson/The National
      Camera8
      Ramadan 2024: UAE worshippers attend first morning prayers

      Moon-sighting committee has declared Monday as the first day of holy month

      UAEMarch 11, 2024
      Hail storms were reported across much of the UAE.
      Play8:53:20
      Hailstones fall on UAE as winter weather hits

      Police advised motorists to drive safely in the treacherous conditions

      UAEMarch 05, 2024
      Israeli security forces and emergency services at the scene of the shooting in Ma'ale Adumim, near Jerusalem. EPA
      Three shot dead in West Bank violence

      Israeli forces kill two Palestinians at checkpoint who they said carried out fatal shooting near settlement

      Palestine-IsraelFebruary 22, 2024
      The Dubai Retiree Projects Support programme was launched last week under the Dubai Social Agenda 33. Getty Images
      Dubai offers financial support for the retired to keep working

      Initiative will deliver financial support for retired citizens who wish to set up their own businesses in the emirate

      UAEFebruary 01, 2024
      Al Ain Clocktower, Al Ain. Khushnum Bhandari / The National
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      Al Ain to preserve historic landmarks as roundabouts are replaced

      Quirky roundabout sculptures loved by public are being relocated

      UAEJanuary 30, 2024
      The Dubai wedding programme has been launched to encourage young Emiratis to get married. Photo: Getty Images
      Young Emiratis welcome Dubai wedding programme

      Scheme offers marriage incentives, such as planning services and budgeting courses

      UAEJanuary 18, 2024
      Gehna Advani believes the new headquarters could host workshops, training and educational programmes to help influencers increase their skills. Photo: Gehna Advani
      UAE-based influencers welcome Dh150m fund for content creators

      Content creators welcome UAE's support for the digital sector

      UAEJanuary 11, 2024
      Experts say some couples leave it too late to mend their relationships. Getty Images
      Lawyers report rise in divorce inquiries as new year begins

      Financial concerns have been blamed for a breakdown in relationships around the world after the festive period

      UAEJanuary 04, 2024
      At the Series 256 Big Ticket Live draw, Mujeeb Thekke Mattieri was named the lucky winner who took home the AED 15 million grand prize.
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      As UAE prize draws are suspended, what were the chances of winning?

      Becoming a millionaire would have been as easy as purchasing a ticket for Dh25

      UAEJanuary 02, 2024
      Abdulla Alsaad tries out the new solar-powered ramp at Corniche Public Beach in Abu Dhabi. Photo: Eiman Alblooshi
      Play23:06:40
      Disabled access at Abu Dhabi beaches brings wheelchair user joy

      Remote-controlled ramps introduced at several beaches allow users to reach the waters without assistance

      UAEDecember 25, 2023
      AlDhabi Almheiri is the founder of online bookshop and publisher, Rainbow Chimney, which aims to educate children about climate change. Photo: AlDhabi Almheiri
      Nine-year-old author aims to boost children's climate literacy

      AlDhabi Almheiri is also an activist and publisher of other young writers

      UAEDecember 22, 2023
      Seara Khan, Leon Mouafo, Veronika Ciniburkova and Hamza Matahen.
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      Dubai residents share household budgets amid rising prices

      Government price caps have helped keep some costs from increasing as global consumer prices soar

      UAEDecember 19, 2023
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